“Real estate”

The Hidden Cost of the American Dream: Why Homeownership in 2025 Feels Broken

Across the board, the cost of owning a home has risen far beyond what most people expected — or were prepared for. Too many are stuck in a cycle of “just trying to keep up.”

How to Use Home Equity to Build Wealth: 5 Ideas

What if your home equity could set you up for long-term success and stability? Here are some of the ways it can build wealth.

7 Brilliant Home Staging Tips from Staging Experts

These home staging professionals have the expert advice you're looking for to sell your home for top dollar.

The Ultimate Guide to Your Home Equity Dashboard

Here are the latest updates and features available in the Home Equity Dashboard.

10 States with Highest Home Equity Growth in 2022

In Q1 of 2022 alone, equity jumped 32.2%. Here are the 10 states where homeowners have gained the most equity this year. 

Maryland Home Prices Soar Due to D.C.'s Desirability

Maryland home prices are hitting record highs from Baltimore to Annapolis, giving homeowners ample home equity.

Ohio Real Estate Trends Reveal Obstacles, Opportunities

Expenses, Home Prices Raise Cost of Living in Pennsylvania

Cost of living is high and housing inventory is low for most major cities in Pennsylvania, thanks in part to the pandemic.

Skyrocketing Prices Shut Homebuyers Out in Washington

In New Jersey, Housing Stock Is Down and Prices Are Up

High Demand Sees Home Values Surging in the Sunshine State

The approachable cost of living in Florida has homeowners uprooting to find larger land and warmer climates amid the pandemic.

North Carolina Housing Market Is Growing, But So Are Costs

North Carolina housing costs and home maintenance expenses are leaving homeowners feeling house-rich, cash-poor.

Limited Inventory Causes Home Prices to Heat Up in Arizona

As Arizona neighborhoods reach record-high home values, homeowners have lots of opportunity to utilize their equity.

As Michigan Home Prices Grow, So Do Affordability Concerns

The cost of living in Michigan is on the rise as the housing market demand grows, giving homeowners an exciting advantage.

Escalating Expenses, Mortgages, Challenge Minnesota Homeowners

Cost of living coupled with a rise in home prices is stretching budgets thin for many Minnesota homeowners.

Stay or Go: A Tale of Two Housing Markets in New York

New York City and upstate have seen some uncharacteristic trends in the housing market that's creating more home buyers.

Low Inventory and High Home Prices Impact Portland Homeowners

Surge in Virginia Home Value Gives Homeowners an Edge

Slow wage growth coupled with skyrocketing home prices are putting the cost of living in Virginia out of reach for some.